misleading — giving the wrong idea or impression; deceptive
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: giving the wrong idea or impression; deceptive
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌmɪsˈliːdɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 잘못된 인상을 주는, 오해를 불러일으키는
Korean pronunciation: 미스**리**딩
Example Sentences
- The dating app's filters were so misleading that he expected to meet a supermodel but got a person who looked nothing like their photos.
- The politician's misleading promises during the campaign led to widespread disappointment after the election.
- The restaurant's misleading menu description made the tiny portion look like a feast fit for a king.
misleading
ADJECTIVE//ˌmɪsˈliːdɪŋ//
giving the wrong idea or impression; deceptive
giving the wrong idea or impression; deceptive
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Origin
From the verb 'mislead,' which combines the prefix 'mis-' (wrongly, badly) with 'lead' (from Old English lædan, meaning to guide or direct). The suffix '-ing' forms the present participle.
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“The dating app's filters were so misleading that he expected to meet a supermodel but got a person who looked nothing like their photos.”
“The politician's misleading promises during the campaign led to widespread disappointment after the election.”
“The restaurant's misleading menu description made the tiny portion look like a feast fit for a king.”
“Scientists warned that the misleading study results could affect public health policies.”
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